I'm about to dive into building my very first PC, and honestly, I'm a bit lost. I'm aware that it can get really pricey quickly, but I'm hoping to stick to a budget of under $1250. The most demanding game I plan to play is R6 Siege. I've only ever played on console before and would really appreciate any advice or resources to help me get started with choosing parts and everything else. Thanks in advance for your help!
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First, you should think about whether you prefer upgrading your PC frequently or just focusing on performance. If you're okay with not upgrading often, like every three years, you might want to check out builds with an Intel 14600k and a 5070 GPU, which would fit your budget nicely. I recommend this combo: [link]. If you're more inclined to upgrade in a few years, consider options like the 7600x or 9600x with a 9060 xt, but that could slow down your performance for under 1000.
Also, I heard there might be compatibility issues with some parts—should I be worried about that?
I'd suggest finding a reliable YouTuber who builds PCs within your budget, especially ones that showcase setups for under $1250. R6 Siege isn't super demanding on hardware, so you could potentially even build a decent PC for under $1000 and still have a great experience without breaking the bank.
I think I’d only upgrade a few times in the next few years, mainly just little things like a new keyboard or mouse, nothing major like a graphics card.